Day Excursions

Caminito del Rey / Ardales

A full-day guided adventure to Caminito del Rey with a relaxing stop in the lakeside area of Ardales.

Trip overview

FULL-DAY GUIDED ADVENTURE FROM AXARQUIA & COSTA DEL SOL Discover one of Spain's most spectacular hikes on this full-day excursion to the Caminito del Rey, combined with a relaxing stop in the charming lakeside area of Ardales. We pick you up in the morning directly from your hotel, B&B or designated meeting point. Enjoy a scenic drive inland as the mountains of Malaga rise around you. After around 90 minutes, we reach the turquoise lakes of Ardales, your gateway to the world-famous Caminito del Rey. Stop 1: Ardales - Coffee Break & Views Before the hike, we take time to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Ardales or the Embalse del Guadalhorce. Here you can enjoy a coffee or light snack, take photos of the stunning lakes and prepare for the Caminito hike with your guide. Stop 2: Caminito del Rey - Guided Walk Experience the breathtaking walk along the Caminito del Rey, once known as the most dangerous path in the world. Today it is completely safe, beautifully restored and one of the top attractions in Andalusia. Your official local guide leads you along hanging walkways above the gorge, dramatic cliffs, canyon views, the glass balcony viewpoint and the iconic bridge over the river below.

Itinerary

Morning pickup from your hotel, B&B or designated meeting point

Scenic drive inland through the mountains of Malaga

Stop in Ardales or around Embalse del Guadalhorce for coffee, photos and preparation

Guided Caminito del Rey walk of approximately 3 hours

Walk the hanging pathways, gorge sections, glass balcony viewpoint and bridge

Return transfer after the excursion

What's included

Comfortable private transport from Competa, Torre del Mar, Algarrobo, Torrox and back

Entrance tickets to Caminito del Rey

Guided walk with a certified local guide

Lunch

English, German, Dutch, French, Spanish and Italian driver / guide

Practical information

Minimum 5 participants, small groups

Suitable for most active guests with a basic level of fitness

Coffee or light snack in Ardales is not included

Drinks are not included

Personal expenses are not included

Bring comfortable walking shoes, water and sun protection

Highlights

Caminito del Rey guided walk

Ardales and Embalse del Guadalhorce

Hanging walkways above the gorge

Jaw-dropping cliffs and canyon views

Glass balcony viewpoint

Entrance tickets included